Restoring an Absolute backbyname Backup Relatively

Environment

OS Level: AIX Version 4.3
Type/Model: J50

Problem

How can I restore an absolute backbyname backup relatively?

Solution

This solution may not yield desired results in all instances. However, try entering the following steps:

  1. Create a new directory in which to restore the file. Enter: 
    mkdir /tmp/newdir
  2. Mount the new directory. Enter: 
    mount /tmp/newdir /olddir
  3. Restore the file. Enter: 
    restore -xqvf /dev/rmt0.1 /olddir
  4. Unmount the old directory. Enter: 
    umount /olddir



[ Doc Ref: 9538463248538     Publish Date: Apr. 28, 2000]